Communications Manager

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Location Modesto A. Maidique Campus
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Review Date 01/02/2025
Regular/Temporary Regular
Job ID 534152
Location Modesto A. Maidique Campus
Full/Part Time Full-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
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Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

Responsible for day to day communications activities for the UNIDOS Center for HSI Community Coordination including website, social media, graphic content, e-mails, newsletters, press releases and promotional materials. Tracks analytics with respect to all web based marketing tools.

• Develops specific marketing campaigns in coordination with the UNIDOS leadership team to raise awareness of UNIDOS and the work of UNIDOS network members. Works closely with the UNIDOS Center Director, UNIDOS Communications Director, and UNIDOS Principal Investigator to develop communication strategies that will be effective and resonate.
• Manages the UNIDOS website, content and real time accuracy of information to include information about UNIDOS, the NSF IUSE:HSI funding program, innovations in STEM education at Hispanic Service Institutions, calendar of events; and links to external websites.
• Manages Social Media accounts. Reviews images prior to submission. Drives engagement, campaigns and topics. Records metrics and communicate to UNIDOS leadership.
• Manages E-Mail communication and dissemination. Works closely with the UNIDOS Center Director, UNIDOS Communications Director, and UNIDOS Principal Investigator on content. Identifies community groups to send relevant e-mail communication. Tracks open and click through rates and communicate to UNIDOS leadership.
• Manages display monitors and graphic software behind content. Refreshes and keeps current as necessary and applicable.
• Manages graphic content used by UNIDOS. Oversees implementation and use of the UNIDOS brand logos. Acts as final editor on graphic content.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Media/Public Relations, Communications or appropriate degree and three (3) years of experience in a related field.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in a communications role specifically within an educational or nonprofit organization.
• Web and graphic design experience using software that it includes but not limited to Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Job Category

• Administrative

Advertised Salary

$45,000 - $55,000
Work Schedule

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check

Other Information

• This is a time-limited appointment which may be terminated at any time with 30 day's notice.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.